Blow Molding Process Technician

CKS Packaging, Inc; Mooresville (NC); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 78 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Discretionary Bonus

401k with company matching

Competitive pay

Résumé du poste

CKS Packaging is seeking a plastics Blow Molding Process Technician to join our team in Mooresville, NC. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, hand-tool proficiency, and the ability to repair/adjust diverse equipment.

Responsibilities include setting up extrusion blow molding machines, performing mold changes, monitoring performance, troubleshooting, and assisting with preventive maintenance and process optimization. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Electrical systems knowledge/experience required.
• Strong understanding of HDPE processing characteristics.
• Knowledge of extrusion blow molding and one-step molding processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of Bekum or similar machinery and HDPE resin is preferred.
• Experience making adjustments to production equipment processes to change material distribution, weights, heights, and other physical properties/dimensions.
• Knowledge of mold change procedures and steps for line changes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLCs.

Responsabilités

• Set up and start up blow molding machines (extrusion blow molding preferred).
• Perform mold and tooling changeovers on blow molding machines according to production schedules.
• Monitor machine performance, make process adjustments, and perform routine maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, process, and electrical issues on blow molding machines and related equipment.
• Adjust PLC/HMI parameters and identify basic faults with maintenance assistance as needed.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on electrical components.
• Operate machines safely and in accordance with instructions.
• Troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Assist with process parameter adjustments for optimal performance.
• Assist with material management including scrap/regrind processing.
• Perform mold changes and assist with tooling for new runs.
• Perform minor maintenance on machines and auxiliary equipment.

Connaissances

Electrical systems knowledge

HDPE processing

extrusion blow molding

Bekum machinery

Mold change procedures

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

PLCs

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Description du poste

CKS Packaging is currently looking for a plastics Blow Molding Process Technician to join our team in Mooresville, NC. The ideal candidate must possess a high mechanical aptitude and have the ability to work with hand tools, as well as, make repairs/adjustments on various types of equipment.

What’s In it for You?

• Stable, growing organization with opportunity for future advancement of qualified candidates if successful
• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits at modest employee contributions
• Discretionary Bonus
• 401k participation with Company matching contributions upon completion of first 30 days of employment

CKS Packaging is currently looking for a plastics Blow Molding Process Technician to join our team in Mooresville, NC. The ideal candidate must possess a high mechanical aptitude and have the ability to work with hand tools, as well as, make repairs/adjustments on various types of equipment.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Set up and start up blow molding machines (extrusion blow molding, preferred but not required)
• Perform mold and tooling changeovers on blow molding machines according to production schedules
• Monitor machine performance, make process adjustments, and perform routine maintenance
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, process, and electrical issues on blow molding machines, conveyors, and related auxiliary equipment.
• Adjust PLC/HMI parameters and identify basic faults in control systems (with assistance from maintenance when needed).
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on electrical components (sensors, heaters, switches, basic wiring).
• Operate machines and production equipment safely and in accordance with instructions.
• Troubleshoot machine, mold, and process-related issues to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Adjust and fine-tune process parameters including preform heating, blowing pressure, and mold cooling for optimal performance
• Assist with material management including the processing of scrap and regrind produced
• Perform mold changes and assist with tooling installations and adjustments for new product runs.
• Perform minor maintenance functions as needed on machines and auxiliary equipment

Knowledge & Skills Requirements:

• Electrical systems knowledge/experience required.
• Strong understanding of HDPE processing characteristics
• Knowledge of extrusion blow molding and one-step molding processes and equipment
• Knowledge of Bekum or similar machinery and HDPE resin is preferred.
• Experience making adjustments to production equipment processes to change material distribution, weights, heights, and other physical properties/dimensions, parison, etc.
• Knowledge of mold change procedures (changeover team, setup tech, process tech, super tech) and steps/methods for line changes
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLCs